Artisan (specialised) Sheet- Fed Printing

In brief

**Overview** The Government Printing Works (GPW) is advertising for an Artisan (Specialised) in Sheet-Fed Printing for its Commercial Printing Directorate located in Pretoria. This role offers a salary of R374,280 per annum, classified under the OSD (Occupation Specific Dispensation) framework. **What you will do** The Artisan (Specialised) Sheet-Fed Printing will be responsible for: * Rendering high-volume sheet-fed printing. * Providing support in the production process of high sheet-fed commercial printing, ensuring compliance with customer quality and standards. * Implementing quality control over printed matter to ensure accuracy, high quality, and reduction of wastage. * Proactively identifying possible bottlenecks and applying continuous improvement measures to the production process, including investigating World Class Manufacturing methodology. * Planning, scheduling, and prioritizing the production workflow to meet client deadlines and quality standards. * Optimizing production processes to increase efficiency and reduce waste while maintaining high-quality standards. * Administering quality control and enforcing procedures to ensure printed materials meet client specifications and industry standards. * Ensuring regular machine maintenance, incorporating it into the Division’s production planning to proactively prevent delays. * Participating in the maintenance and repairs of sheet-fed printing presses and related equipment. * Troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and coordinating repairs to minimize production disruptions. * Providing support for training, coaching, and developing staff within the Division. * Assigning tasks and responsibilities to team members based on their skills and experience. * Providing support in training and guidance to employees on printing techniques, equipment operation, and quality control procedures. * Participating in safety, health, environment, risk, and quality (SHREQ) initiatives within the Division. * Assessing and mitigating planned related safety risks. * Supervising and developing staff, including allocating and checking work, and conducting performance reviews as per GPW policy. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship. * Trade Test Certificate in Lithography Sheet-Fed Machine Minding. * Must be able to obtain a positive security clearance. * Minimum of 5 years post apprenticeship appropriate experience in Lithography Sheet-Fed Machine Minding in a printing production environment. * Grade 12 (will be an advantage). * A valid driver's license (will be an added advantage). **Who should apply** This position is suitable for an individual with a strong foundation in sheet-fed printing, holding a relevant trade test certificate and substantial post-apprenticeship experience in a printing production environment. The ideal candidate should be dedicated to quality control, process optimization, and proactive problem-solving, with a willingness to engage in continuous improvement. Experience in machine maintenance, staff supervision, and adherence to safety and quality standards (SHREQ) is also expected. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/government-printing-works-gpw-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-gpw-26-019 Source: govpage

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